Cornus sessilis (Blackfruit Dogwood)
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A most desirable variety, the Blackfruit Dogwood is extremely rare and is native only to California and southern Oregon. It is hardy from USDA zones 7-10 and thrives in shaded, moist, acidic locations as an understory plant or companion to larger, well-established trees or shrubs. It would be ideal with mature Rhododendrons. This deciduous "woodlander" grows quickly to 15’ and attains widths of 3-9.’ It has lovely fall foliage and indiscreet butter-yellow to white flowers. The fruit or berries change from white to orange to black as they age. Photo below right by Julie Kierstead Nelson and the USDA Forest Service. |
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